LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) – 13 Week Contract | 2787401
Location: Newark, NJ
A Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTAC) near Newark, NJ is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for a 13-week contract assignment. This role is ideal for nurses with LTAC, ICU, or critical care experience who are comfortable managing medically complex, chronically ill, and post-ICU patients.
Local and travel RNs are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide direct nursing care to chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended acute care
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Manage complex patients including ventilator support, IV drips, and post-ICU recovery cases
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Perform comprehensive assessments and implement individualized care plans
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Monitor patient condition and respond to clinical changes promptly
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Ensure accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospital standards
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery goals
Qualifications
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Active New Jersey RN license or Compact license required
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Minimum 2+ years of recent RN experience in LTAC, ICU, or CCU required
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Strong clinical assessment and critical care skills
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Ability to function effectively in high-acuity environments
Required Certifications
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BLS (required)
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ACLS (required)
Contract Details
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Assignment Length: 13 weeks
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Schedule: Day and Night shifts available
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Employment Type: Contract (not per diem)
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Travel nurses welcome – travel packages available for qualified candidates